The Peerage of Poverty: Or Learners and Workers in Fields, Farms, and Factories is a book written by Edwin Paxton Hood and published in 1870. The book is a detailed account of the lives of people who lived in poverty during the Victorian era in England. It explores the harsh living conditions and the struggles faced by the working class in fields, farms, and factories. The author presents a vivid description of the daily lives of these people, their labor, and the various challenges they faced.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a particular aspect of poverty. The first chapter discusses the conditions of the poor in the countryside, while the second chapter focuses on the life of the poor in the city. The subsequent chapters delve into the struggles of women and children, the impact of poverty on health, education, and religion, and the role of the government in alleviating poverty.Hood's writing style is descriptive and engaging, and he uses real-life examples to illustrate his points. He also provides statistical data to support his arguments. The book is a powerful critique of the social and economic conditions prevailing in Victorian England and highlights the urgent need for reform to improve the lives of the poor.Overall, The Peerage of Poverty is an insightful and thought-provoking book that offers a glimpse into the lives of the working-class people during the Victorian era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in social history, poverty, and the struggles of the working class.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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